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  Children love running, jumping, climbing, and playing, but an unexpected fall or accident can quickly turn an ordinary day into a stressful experience. A child may fall from playground equipment, trip while running, collide with another player during sports, or experience an injury at home. Sometimes the result is a bruise or sprain. In other cases, the child may have a broken bone. Seeing your child in pain can make it difficult to think clearly. However, knowing the right broken bone first aid for a child can help you respond calmly, protect the injured area, and avoid actions that could make the injury worse. Children's bones are still developing, and some fractures may be difficult to recognize without medical evaluation. Even if a child can move an injured arm or leg, a fracture may still be present. This article explains the warning signs of a possible broken bone, what parents should do immediately, when to seek emergency help, and how doctors evaluate fractures in childr...